Prepare for success

Quick Tips:

1. Read the applicable certification handbook. (Visit the Certification tab on PMI.org to download certification handbooks.)

Sure, professional experience and on-the-job-training are important

but I was
only recognized for that at my company. Attaining the PMP meant that the worlds
largest association for the profession would validate my professional experience.
-PMP Credential Holder

2. Review the certifications Exam Content Outline.

3. Read the associated PMI body of knowledge or standard, along with other applicable reference sources.
4. Seek additional educational opportunities through PMI, a PMI component, a PMI Registered Education Provider (R.E.P.), or other provider.
5. Form a study group with colleagues or friends.

Stay in demand: maintain your certification

Use the Continuing Certification Requirements (CCR) program to keep your knowledge current and develop new skills that
industry leaders seek.
The CCR program helps you keep your certification current and your knowledge relevant as the profession evolves.

Maintenance requirements for your certification

CAPM

PMI certification works hard for you: anywhere and all the time.
PMI certification shows that you have the essential knowledge, experience and education to effectively contribute to project, strategic and
organizational success. A PMI certification is a valuable investment in your career, and yourself. You deserve it.

PMP

PgMP

PfMP

PMI-ACP

PMI-PBA

PMI-RMP

PMI-SP

Certification
cycle

5 years

3 years

3 years

3 years

3 years

3 years

3 years

3 years

Number of
PDUs needed
in three-year
cycle

No PDUs.
Re-exam at
end of 5 year
cycle

60 PDUs

60 PDUs

60 PDUs in
portfolio
management
topics

30 PDUs*
in agile
principles
and practices

60 PDUs
in business
analysis
topics

30 PDUs* in
specialized
area of
project risk
management

30 PDUs* in
specialized
area of
project
scheduling

PMI Certifications

*Note: These hours can also count toward maintenance of the PMP or PgMP certification.

Top five reasons to earn a PMI certification:

1. Credibility. Provide an unbiased and reliable means to validate your domain knowledge and professional experience. For over 30 years, PMI has
offered certification and is a globally recognized leader in the industry.

Good things happen when you get involved with PMI

2. Transferability. PMI certification is not tied to any one specific methodology, industry, or region. A PMI certification can move and adapt with
your career.

PMI is the worlds largest project management member association, representing more than 600,000 practitioners in more than 185 countries. As
a global thought leader and knowledge resource, PMI advances the profession through its global standards and credentials, collaborative chapters,
virtual communities, and academic research. When organizations invest in project management, supported by PMI, executives have confidence that
their important initiatives will deliver expected results, greater business value, and competitive advantage. Learn more at www.PMI.org.

3. Competitive advantage. Be more marketable. Many certification holders achieve salary increases, career advancement opportunities and
employer recognition.
4. Commitment. Emphasize your commitment to professional growth. By earning and maintaining a PMI certification, you continue to develop
your knowledge, skills and abilities.
5. Relevance. Demonstrate your relevance with certifications that are developed by practitioners, upheld by rigorous standards, based on ongoing
research and always reflect current industry practices.

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You. Certified.

PMP

CAPM

PgMP

PfMP

PMI-ACP

PMI-PBA

PMI-RMP

PMI-SP

Certification
definition

The PMP certification recognizes

competence of an individual to
perform in the role of a project
manager, specifically experience in
leading and directing projects.

The CAPM certification recognizes a

demonstrated understanding of the
fundamental knowledge, processes
and terminology as defined in the
PMBOK Guide that are needed
for effective project management
performance.

The PgMP certification recognizes

demonstrated experience, skill
and performance in the oversight
of multiple, related projects that
are aligned with organizational
objectives.

The PfMP certification recognizes

the advanced skill needed for the
coordinated management of one
or more portfolios of projects,
programs, or operations to achieve
organizational objectives.

The PMI-ACP certification

recognizes knowledge of agile
principles, practices, and tools
and techniques across agile
methodologies, not simply
limiting a practitioner to one agile
approach.

The PMI-PBA certification

highlights expertise in business
analysis. It spotlights ability to
work effectively with stakeholders
to define their business
requirements, shape the output
of projects and drive successful
business outcomes.

The PMI-RMP certification

recognizes demonstrated
knowledge and competency in
the specialized area of assessing
and identifying project risks along
with plans to mitigate threats and
capitalize on opportunities.

The PMI-SP certification recognizes

demonstrated knowledge and
competency in the specialized area
of developing and maintaining the
project schedule.

Who should
apply?

IF YOU:

IF YOU:

IF YOU:

IF YOU:

IF YOU:

IF YOU:

IF YOU:

IF YOU:

Are responsible for all aspects of

a project for the life of a project

Provide subject matter expertise

(e.g. finance, marketing, customer
care)

Manage programs that contain

complex activities that span
functions, organizations,
geographic regions or cultures

Execute the portfolio

management process for their
organization;

Have experience leading or

working on agile project teams or
with agile methodologies

Conduct business analysis

activities for projects and
programs

Have expertise in risk

management

Have expertise in project

scheduling

Focus on ensuring an organization

is investing their resources in the
right work work that enhances
organizational strategy and

Have training in agile practices

Have responsibility for managing

requirements for projects and
programs

Minimum 21 hours in agile

practices

35 hours in business analysis topics

Bachelors degree or global

equivalent, minimum 30 hours in
project risk management

Bachelors degree or global

equivalent, minimum 30 hours in
project scheduling

Demonstrate your expertise.

We know how important it is to set yourself apart. We know
how much your career means to you. Your professional
standing. Your credibility.
PMI certification. It can be the difference between getting
the job, or not. It can raise your visibility, and highlight your
competency. It can be the start of a whole new chapter in
your professional story.
Thats why we have spent decades perfecting our suite of
eight certifications. And they remain the global standard.
There are more than 660,000 professionals with PMI
certification worldwide. You could be one of them.
Take a minute to look at the descriptions and requirements
for each of our certifications. Take the time to consider
the one that is best suited to your business role, skills,
experience and education. Then connect with us to get
started.

Lead and direct cross-functional

teams to deliver projects within
the constraints of time, budget
and scope

objectives

Professional
education

35 hours in project management

(contact hours)

Not applicable

Not applicable

OR

OR

Professional
work
experience

With bachelors degree or global

equivalent: minimum three years
(4,500 hrs) spent leading and
directing projects within the last
eight years

At least 1,500 hours of professional

experience on a project team
without project management
education

OR

PMI is an independent source to

validate my knowledge in various
areas of project management.
The credential sets me apart from
those who do not take the time
and helps employers understand
my commitment to the profession.

-PMP, PgMP, PMI-RMP and

PfMP Credential Holder

Minimum of a high school

diploma, associate degree or global
equivalent:
At least 23 hours of project
management education without
professional work experience

Its within reach.

Its your future.
Its you. Certified.

Serve as project sponsors,

facilitators, liaisons, or
coordinators

With bachelors degree or global

equivalent: minimum four years
(6,000 hrs) of project management
AND four years (6,000 hrs)
program management experience
within the last 15 years*
OR

With high school diploma or global

equivalent: minimum five years
(7,500 hrs) spent leading and
directing projects within the last
eight years

With high school diploma or global

equivalent: minimum four years
(6,000 hrs) of project management
AND seven years (10,500 hrs)
program management experience
within the last 15 years*

With bachelors degree or global

equivalent: minimum four
years (6,000 hrs) of portfolio
management experience AND eight
years (96 months) of professional
business experience within the last
15 years
OR

2,000 hours working on project

teams within the last five years**
AND
1,500 hours working on agile
project teams or with agile
methodologies within the last
three years.

4-hour, 200-question, multiplechoice exam

3-hour, 150-question, multiplechoice exam

Evaluation 1: Panel review

Evaluation 1: Panel review

Evaluation 2: 4-hour, 170-question,

multiple-choice exam

Evaluation 2: 4-hour, 170-question,

multiple-choice exam

Exam fee

PMI member: US $405 (340)

Non-member: US $555 (465)

PMI member: US $225 (185)

Non-member: US $300 (250)

PMI member: US $800 (655)

Non-member: US $1,000 (815)

PMI member: US $800 (655)

Non-member: US $1,000 (815)

* Program Management Experience: for each program listed, there must be at least two corresponding projects that share the common strategic goal and budget of
the program.

OR
With high school diploma or global
equivalent: minimum five years
(7,500 hrs) of business analysis
experience AND 2,000 hours
working on project teams within
the last eight years**

With high school diploma or

global equivalent: minimum seven
years (10,500 hrs) of portfolio
management experience AND eight
years (96 months) of professional
business experience within the last
15 years

Exam
information

With bachelors degree or global

equivalent: minimum three years
(4,500 hrs) of business analysis
experience AND 2,000 hours
working on project teams within
the last eight years**

OR

High school diploma or global

equivalent, minimum 40 hours in
project risk management

High school diploma or global

equivalent, minimum 40 hours in
project scheduling

With bachelors degree or global

equivalent: minimum 3,000 hours
of work experience in project risk
management within the last
five years

With bachelors degree or global

equivalent: minimum 3,500 hours
of work experience in project
scheduling within the last five years

OR
With high school diploma or global
equivalent: minimum 4,500 hours
of work experience in project risk
management within the last
five years

OR
With high school diploma or global
equivalent: minimum 5,000 hours
of work experience in project
scheduling within the last five years

3-hour, 120-question, multiplechoice exam

4-hour, 200-question, multiplechoice exam

3.5-hour, 170-question, multiplechoice exam

3.5-hour, 170-question, multiplechoice exam

PMI member: US $435 (365)

Non-member: US $495 (415)

PMI member: US $405 (340)

Non-member: US $555 (465)

PMI member: US $520 (430)

Non-member: US $670 (555)

PMI member: US $520 (430)

Non-member: US $670 (555)

** Working on Project Team Experience: for those holding a PMP or PgMP certification, PMI has already verified that the candidate has exceeded the 2,000 hour
requirement. A PMP or PgMP certification holder will not need to enter these hours on the application.